Can I sue a Breeder for not refunding the cost of a puppy that has now been diagnosed with joint disease at 9 months old.

I live in Florida and purchased a Lab pup in Georgia. At 4 months old the puppy was showing signs of pain in his hips and shoulder. I contacted the breeder and they told me they did not guarantee their dogs. Since I have taken the pup to 2 different vets both have x-rayed and both have diagnosed him joint disease. Lastly, he was diagnosed with not only hip dysphasia, but fluid in his knees and degeneration in his elbows. I paid $1200 for the puppy and have incurred vet bills now. Do I have any options in recovering any money? My puppy needs thousands of dollars in surgery.....